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Doc said right optic nerve is bigger than left. said it was normal but i forgot to ask what cause that?she didn't see any eye diseases just allergies.

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Just an observation: People are not symmetrical and thus it is not that surprising to find different sizes. If there is no pathology or inflammation, it is just a simple observation with no medical significance.

Dr Crane agreed

Answered 11/5/2014

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